A Russian official has accused Ukraine of shooting down a military transport plane in an incident that it says killed 65 Ukrainian prisoners of war (POWs) and nine others. The Russian Ministry of Defence said on Wednesday that Ukraine had shot down the plane, an Ilyushin Il-76, which came down in the Belgorod region. Close […] The post Russia accuses Ukraine of downing plane with 65
“It’s a difficult decision, but a necessary decision,” he said, “to protect public finances”, and move away from the “whatever it costs” measures introduced to prop up the economy during the Covid-19 pandemic and extended as energy costs skyrocketed with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. In September the government had promised to not raise electricity prices more than […] The post French
Three people have died after a 7.1-magnitude earthquake rocked a mountainous and remote part of China’s far western Xinjiang region early Tuesday. State broadcaster CCTV reported that a further five people were injured and 12,426 evacuated from affected areas. The quake struck Wushi county, also known as Uqturpan county, in Aksu prefecture near the Kyrgyzstan border shortly after 2 […] The post 3
A gunman suspected of killing eight people in the city of Joliet, Illinois, has died after a confrontation with law enforcement officials, police say. Police in Joliet said Romeo Nance, 23, is believed to have fatally shot himself after the confrontation near Natalia, Texas. He is suspected of killing eight people at multiple locations in […] The post Illinois mass shooting suspect dies in Texas
The World Bank today, January 23, 2024 approved a $300 million Development Policy Operation for Ghana. The First Resilient Recovery Development Policy Financing is a critical contribution by the Bank’s International Development Association (IDA) to help Ghana’s economic recovery and support the country’s resilient and inclusive growth. “The Government of Ghana remains committed to restoring […] The post World
Europe faces a challenging year ahead. The confluence of several disruptive factors – geopolitical conflict, rising inflation, economic uncertainty, increased regulatory pressure and, last but by no means least, the impact of new technologies – will undoubtedly test leaders to the limit in the coming year. Speaking with business leaders across the region, several common […] The post
A six-legged dog found abandoned in a supermarket car park in Wales has undergone surgery to remove her extra limbs. Ariel, a spaniel, was born with multiple health defects. She was named after the Disney princess because her extra back legs were partly fused together, resembling a mermaid’s tail. She was taken in by Greenacres Rescue, […] The post Six-legged dog abandoned in
An explosion at a major gas export terminal near the city of St Petersburg in Russia was carried out by Ukrainian drones, BBC News has been told. The blast caused a large fire at the Ust-Luga terminal, but no injuries, Russian officials said. An official source in Kyiv said the “special operation” of the SBU […] The post Ukraine drones hit St Petersburg gas terminal in Russia
The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s President Felix Tshisekedi has been sworn in for a second five-year term following highly contested elections in December. “I am taking back the baton of command that you entrusted to me. We want a more united, stronger and prosperous Congo,” Tshisekedi, 60, said during the inauguration ceremony in the capital […] The post DR Congo
A number of US military personnel have been injured in a missile attack on an airbase in western Iraq. The US military’s Central Command said an Iran-backed militia targeted the Al Asad airbase, which hosts American troops, with ballistic missiles and rockets on Saturday evening. An unspecified number of US personnel were “undergoing evaluation for traumatic […] The post US personnel
At least 25 people were killed in a shelling attack in the Russian-held city of Donetsk, the Moscow-installed leader of the region said. Denis Pushilin said a Ukrainian strike, which also injured 20 people, hit a busy market. He said emergency services were working at the scene, and that information on the number of dead […] The post Deadly blast hits market in Russia-held Ukraine city
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has again rejected the idea of creating a Palestinian state. His comments came hours after a phone call with US President Joe Biden after which the US leader indicated Mr Netanyahu may still accept the idea. Mr Netanyahu’s remarks appeared to deepen a public divide with the US. The US […] The post Netanyahu defies Biden over Palestinian state
The World Bank Group yesterday, in principle, welcomed the agreement on key parameters of the proposed debt restructuring for Ghana reached by the Official Creditors’ Committee under the G20 Common Framework. This agreement, which is consistent with the Joint WB-IMF Debt Sustainability Framework, represents a critical milestone toward restoring debt sustainability in the country. “This […] The post
An overnight curfew has been imposed in the East African island nation of Comoros after violent protests against President Azali Assoumani’s re-election rocked the archipelago, the interior ministry said. Assoumani won a fourth five-year term after the country’s electoral body on Tuesday declared him the winner of Sunday’s election against five opponents, with 62.97 percent […] The post Comoros
A prosecutor investigating an on-air attack on a public television station last week has been shot dead in Guayaquil, Ecuador’s largest city. Prosecutor Cesar Suarez, who earlier investigated some other high-profile cases, was shot on Wednesday while driving, according to Attorney General Diana Salazar. “Organised crime groups, criminals, terrorists will not stop our commitment to […] The post Ecuador
Pakistan has hit Iran with what it described as “highly coordinated” military strikes, a little more than 24 hours after Iranian air raids in Balochistan, further raising tensions between the neighbours and sparking fears of a broader conflict. On Thursday morning, according to a statement from its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Pakistan conducted what it called an […] The post Pakistan
Donald Trump’s lawyers accused E Jean Carroll of courting publicity on Wednesday, as she said her reputation was left “shattered” after accusing him of sexual assault in the 1990s. The second day of the civil defamation trial featured several fiery exchanges. At one point, the judge threatened to kick Mr Trump out of court after […] The post Judge threatens to remove Trump from court
Police in France are holding a “Black Thursday” of work stoppages and demonstrations to demand better pay and conditions during this summer’s Olympic Games. Several police unions, led by the two largest, Alliance and Unsa Police, said there should be bonuses of up to €2,000 (£1,720) as well as guarantees of holiday leave and childcare support […] The post French Police protest
Kenya is grappling with a host of economic challenges including a vast debt mountain, cost of living crisis and tumbling currency. The IMF said in a statement published on Wednesday that its executive board had approved the $941.2 million loan, with an immediate disbursement of $624.5 million. Total payments under various credit facilities amount to […] The post IMF approves new $941m loan for
The World Bank Group has welcomed the agreement in principle on the key parameters of the proposed debt restructuring for Ghana reached by the Official Creditors’ Committee under the G20 Common Framework. This agreement, which is consistent with the Joint WB-IMF Debt Sustainability Framework, represents a critical milestone toward restoring debt sustainability in this country. […] The post World
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